Jack-O’-Lantern Bell Peppers Stuffed with Pasta
Festive bell peppers stuffed with pasta, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 orange bell peppers
- 1 cup pasta salad or macaroni and cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cheese (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the bell peppers by cutting off the tops and removing the seeds.
- Carve fun jack-o’-lantern faces into the sides of each pepper.
- Mix the pasta salad or mac and cheese with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Stuff each pepper with the pasta mixture.
- Bake the peppers upright in a baking dish for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Optional: Add cheese on top of each pepper during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Serve warm and enjoy your festive creation!
Notes
Choose firm bell peppers for the best results and feel free to customize the filling to your family’s taste.